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Mother Chords

Here are the chords for “Mother” by Pink Floyd — in the key of G (G, C, D and F). It's an easy, beginner-friendly arrangement using common open chords. Use the interactive player to transpose to your vocal range, add a capo, and autoscroll hands-free while you strum.

Chords:GCDF

Chords for Mother

Key: GBPM: 90Difficulty: EasyRock
G
3
90
GMother do you think they'll drop the Cbomb? D G 
GMother do you think they'll like this Csong? D G 
CMother do you think they'll try to break my Gballs? D G 
DOhhhh... CAhhhh... Mother should I build a Gwall?
GMother should I run for presiCdent? D G 
GMother should I trust the governCment? D G 
GMother will they put me in the firing Cline? D G 
DOhhhh... CAhhhh... Mother is it just a waste of Gtime?
GHush now baby don't you Ccry.
FMama's gonna make all of your Cnightmares come true
FMama's gonna put all of her Cfears into you,
FMama's gonna keep you right here, Cunder her wing,
 She Fwon't let you fly, but she Cmight let you sing,
FMama's gonna keep baby Ccozy and Gwarm.
DOhhhh... CBabe, DOhhhh... CBabe,
DOhh... Babe, of Ccourse mama's gonna help build the Gwall.
 SOLO PART
GMother do you think she's good eCnough D G for me?
GMother do you think she's dangeCrous D G to me?
CMother will she tear your little boy Gapart?
DOohhhh... CAaahhh... GMother will she break my Cheart?
GHush now baby don't you Ccry.
FMama's gonna check out all of your Cgirlfriends for you,
FMama won't let anyoneS Cdirty get through,
FMama's gonna wait up, Cuntil you get in,
FMama will always find out Cjust where you've been,
FMama's gonna keep baby, Chealthy and Gclean.
DOhhhh... CBabe, DOhhhh... CBabe,
DOoohhhh baby, Cyou'll always be baby to Gme.
GMother did it need to be so Chigh?

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About Mother

Pink Floyd's “Mother” is a rock track that guitarists love to cover. This arrangement uses 4 chords — G, C, D and F — with the progression centred on G, C and D. Because it sticks to common open shapes, it's a great choice for beginners and campfire sing-alongs. Hover or tap any chord above to see its fingering, change the key with the transpose buttons, or set a capo to match the original recording.

Mother — FAQ

What key is “Mother” in?

“Mother” by Pink Floyd is in the key of G. You can transpose it to any other key using the player.

What chords do I need to play “Mother”?

“Mother” uses 4 chords: G, C, D and F.

Is “Mother” easy to play on guitar?

Yes — “Mother” is rated easy and uses common open chords, so beginners can pick it up quickly.

Who sings “Mother”?

“Mother” is performed by Pink Floyd.

Is there a play-along video for “Mother”?

Yes — a YouTube video is embedded on this page so you can play along at full tempo.

What genre is “Mother”?

“Mother” is categorised as Rock.